Government Reacts to Gagauz Leader's Kremlin Connection
In response to a photograph depicting the Gagauz leader alongside Russian President Vladimir Putin, accused of war crimes, government officials have voiced concerns over potential ties to organised crime.
Moldovan Journalist Mihail Sirkeli asserts that this association demonstrates support for the Kremlin's aggressive stance against Moldova's independence.
Government spokesperson Daniel Vodă warns against divisive messages and frequent visits to the Kremlin by representatives of the Shor group, emphasising the need for vigilance and reliance on official sources to resist manipulation by the Russian Federation.
Evghenia Guțul's unique political ties come under scrutiny, as she becomes the sole Moldovan politician photographed with Putin amidst heightened tensions with Ukraine. Meanwhile, Ilan Shor's previous engagements with Russian deputies raise questions about Moscow's influence in Moldovan politics.
Journalist Mihail Sirkeli suggests that Putin's involvement may extend to selecting Gagauz leaders, raising concerns about the integrity of Moldovan sovereignty.
Evghenia Guțul faces legal scrutiny for alleged involvement in illegal financing of the unconstitutional Shor party, while authorities debate the legality of her photograph with Putin under criminal or anti-separatism legislation.
As interim Prosecutor General Ion Munteanu remains tight-lipped on any filed complaints, Guțul's presence at an international youth festival in Sochi, Russia, raises further questions about her political allegiances and potential implications for Moldova's future.
Translation by Iurie Tataru
